Fun is not just for kids. Teens and adults can enjoy exploring the city. Go with friends. Go with your spouse. Or, enjoy some alone time! A few years ago, I was telling a friend that the monotony of fall and winter was getting to me—I love being outdoors but I don’t do well with…
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This Chol Hamoed: Farms to Enjoy in the Fall
You never imagined how much fun your family can actually have at a farm. It’s worth the trip! This year since Chol Hamoed Sukkos is earlier than most years and is at the beginning of the fall season I thought it would be a great time to enjoy a farm outing. Here are some farms…
There’s So Much To Do in Pennsylvania this Summer (Philly/Poconos Area)
Want to plan a summer trip? You don’t have to go far from home. There is so much to do in the Pocono Mountains area, also known as the Poconos, spread over a few towns and the surrounding areas. It’s a great family friendly destination with activities for all ages. Best of all, it is…
6 Waterfalls I Love to Visit
For a relaxing, memorable family outing, take a visit to see one of nature’s greatest wonders…the waterfall. There’s one near you! I have a soft spot for waterfalls. I find myself awed by their beauty and at the same time relaxed from the sound and sight of cascading water. Hikes with waterfalls are often my…
What Activities Will We Enjoy at American Dream?
If you’re planning to do it all, you will need more than just one day! There’s loads of family-friendly activities to enjoy at American Dream Mall. By Sarah Einhorn of BeenThereDoneThatTrips.com In one of the lobby areas at the American Dream Mall there are huge signs proclaiming “Ultimate Dream Daycation” with one of the attractions…
6 Great Indoor Chol Hamoed Destinations
Chol Hamoed Pesach was spent at home and your kids are pining for that fun outing. But what’s open? And what’s safe? These spots have precautions in place — while keeping all the fun intact. Compiled and Photographed by: Sarah Einhorn I feel that after being in lockdown and after social distancing all…
What to Do on Your Chol Hamoed Trip to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor
It’s a long chol hamoed and there’s time to venture out of the area. Baltimore’s Inner Harbor offers lots of attractions and there’s kosher food nearby! Compiled and Photographed by: Sarah Einhorn With no Shabbos during this Chol Hamoed, it just begs for an overnight trip. Since many places are either not open after the…
6 Beautiful Outdoor Destinations for Your Family Day Trip
It’s now the best time to enjoy the great outdoors. Before Pesach I prepared an article of outdoor places to go on Chol Hamoed. We saw soon afterward that there would be no trips on Pesach! So it’s time to enjoy those outdoor trips now. Note that things are changing almost daily and it is…
Where to Go for Outdoor Winter Sports in NY and NJ
It may be cold, but there’s still lots of outdoor fun to be had! The following are places I enjoyed visiting in New York and New Jersey. Outdoor winter sports are exciting and refreshing. I love the fresh cold air when bundled properly for skiing, snow tubing, or ice skating; and of course, I love…
Great Groupon Deals for Midwinter Activities
Want to save money while keeping your kids entertained? There are some great deals to be had. Midwinter vacation is either here or coming very soon for most kids in the Tri-State area. We’ve put together some of the best Groupon deals to keep kids of all ages entertained! Disclaimer: We do not endorse any…